209 Quotes by Fernando Alonso

He might get on the podium but I could do the same on bikes.

I know that the R26 is a highly competitive car and it can only be my goal to defend my title.

I knew Juan Pablo was quicker, ... I knew I had no chance to fight because today was no risk. It was not easy, I was extremely careful in overtaking. Every one was a risky moment.

We have to be careful we don't do a lot of miles on Friday and Saturday and keep the engine safe for the race on Sunday,

I'm just extremely happy to win the championship with the second quickest car,

This was a good, fighting win. I just concentrated on making no mistakes. The competition is closer than we thought but this is the perfect start for us. The start was good, the second stop perfect, allowing me to come out in front of Michael. Very nice.

I need to find new targets because this one is done.

This was a good, fighting win and I want to dedicate it to the mechanics and the team, for some fantastic pit stops and the right strategy.

I was lucky that I was not fighting with anyone so I took the race quite easy. But for us, second place is good. The target for the last six or seven races was to be on the podium.